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Monts
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The Monts du Cantal, the oldest and the most dramatic of Auvergne's
mountain ranges, are the perfect setting for a walking holiday.
The landscape of rocky peaks, sharp ridges and green valleys can
only be reached on foot. The walks follow ridges, ancient paths
and waymarked footpaths through a mixed terrain of woodland, pasture
and heath. The springy grass of the pasture gives way to stony tracks
at higher altitude.
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Monts
du Cantal |
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Rivers
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| Quick
Facts |
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| Duration |
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| 7 days
- 6 nights |
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| Grading |
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| Accommodation |
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| 2 x
2star hotels, 1 with pool, 1 x 1star hotel, all 1/2 board |
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Arrangements |
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| Self
drive; or air/rail to Paris, rail to Vic sur Cère, met by rep,
then transfer to hotel |
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On
arriving at Vic sur Cère station, you will be met
by our representative who will take you to our base hotel.
The following morning, after breakfast, our representative
will brief you with detailed route notes and up to date
reports on local conditions.
We
propose an excellent circular walk through meadows and
woodlands to the unmissable Puy Mary (1,783m). Returning
on a ridge path via the Puy Chavaroche you have spectacular
views to both sides.
A
varied day’s walk to the small village of St Jacques
des Blats. There are no steep climbs except the final
200m to the summit of the Puy Griou. A shorter alternative
is available but we recommend doing the whole walk for
a thoroughly enjoyable day.
An
easy walk along the valley floor, when another climb might
just be one too many. After lunch in Thiézac spend
a pleasant afternoon following the Cère river as
it meanders to Vic sur Cère.
After
breakfast, our representative will take you to the railway
station for your journey home.
